The Beauty Blog

Skateboarder Ryan Sheckler is the new face of America’s best-selling treatment, Proactiv Solution. Proactiv will feature Sheckler in the brand’s 10th national television program, which is set to be aired nationwide this June.

Skin Care & Beauty Blog reports that the new cycle will serve as a unique platform for Sheckler to share his experience of fighting acne with sufferers of all ages.

As an athlete and celebrity, Sheckler is constantly under scrutiny for his appearance and credits Proactiv for keeping his skin clear and blemish-free. Similar to Proactiv’s countless loyal users, Sheckler remains a fan of the product line because of the consistent and effective results that it provides

Beauty Packaging Magazine quotes Sheckler commenting on his new role along with the quality of this treatment.

“Proactiv started working for me in the first week, now I use Proactiv everyday. When you put it on your face, you can feel it actually getting the dirt out. It feels like you have a brand new face. As a skater, I’ll always take chances, but I don’t take chances with my skin. That’s why I’m down with Proactiv,” Sheckler said.

La Mer Eye Balm is an eye care product which effectively reduces the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and dark circles around the eyes. La Mer Eye Balm is a triple concentration of Creme de la Mer’s original Miracle Broth with marine extracts and advanced botanicals.

Bellasugar reports that La Mer Eye Balm contains Brazilian Malachite, which not only makes eyes brighter, but it also has a light green tint to help dilute eye redness.

Also, it feels slightly cooling and it has a lighter, almost cleaner version of that well known La Mer smell, which I find interesting since it actually contains triple the concentration of their famous miracle broth. I realize that it’s going to take longer than a week to see any dramatic results, but so far, I like what I see. If only we could do something to adjust the cost.

Savvy Mode has already used La Mer Eye Balm and is delighted with it.

I have used this new eye cream for about a week now. Besides being more moist comparing to the Eye Balm, I can’t really tell the difference with its other benefits. I will continue though and hopefully one day when I look at myself in the mirror, I will jump for joy because little lines and wrinkles that sneaked up on me in the last couple of years just miraculously disappears!

The retail price for La Mer Eye Balm is $130.

Ojon has launched a new collection of cleansers, shampoos and conditioners called Rare Harvest Tawaka. The collection offers all you could need to cope with dry, damaged and aging skin and hair.

The MakeupGirl reports that Rare Harvest Tawaka shampoo and conditioner are sulfate free and can be used both for face and body.

The shampoo is dubbed a “cleanser” which can also be used on your face and body! I found that the trick is to shampoo twice and the second time leave it in for 2-3 minutes before rinsing. It is more like a treatment than a plain old shampoo…good for all hair and skin types - particularly dry, damaged, aging skin and hair. No oily residue either PLUS, the sulfate free formula won’t strip hair so if you have color treated hair you are safe. Just like the shampoo, the conditioner is also sulfate free and can be used on the face and body as well. It is rich in anti oxidants which I wouldn’t think would be a big deal for your hair but apparently it is!

According to Make Her Up, for this collection Ojon uses unique Central American ingredients such as Alula Leaf and Achiote Seed Extracts.

A breakthrough in skin- and haircare, Ojon employs unique Central American ingredients such as Alula Leaf Extract - used by the Tawaka™ for its anti-inflammatory properties - and Achiote Seed Extract to soothe and calm damaged skin and hair. In addition, Wildcrafted Ojon® oil and Cocoa Seed Butter provide long-lasting hydration and anti-oxidant protection.

The prices for the Rare Harvest Tawaka Collection range from $6.50 to $59.99.

Leading European brands are obviously known to the whole world and some of them are available in different mass markets. La Fleur Organique, for example, is an organic skincare company from France, which has its beauty products both introduced and consumed in the U.S. market.

The history of La Fleur Organique goes back to the last century, when its company united the best plant phytotherapy and cosmetic specialists around the world to produce the products it offers today. The European Beauty Collection reports that La Fleur Organique continues to remain a world leader in the skincare industry.

Recognized internationally for the eminence of its raw, organic materials, La Fleur Organique proudly offers a dynamic and abundant range of beauty products. It is a comprehensive collection with a multitude of ingredients - extracted from organic crops through farming methods that are respectful of humanity and the environment. The quality of textures, delicacy of fragrances and efficiency of selected active ingredients easily establish this assortment of skincare products as a favorite brand.

Beauty or Bust reports that La Fleur Organique Beauty products can be found in U.S. Walgreen’s stores nationwide.

La Fleur Organique - An organic skincare company from France, La Fleur Organique offers a wide range of beauty products that are free of parabens, silicones, mineral oil, chemical preservatives, synthetic fragrances and colorings, and petroleum derivatives.

The prices for La Fleur Organique Beauty Products range from $20 to $35.

Cosmetic Executive Women Inc.(CEW) has announced the names of this year’s Beauty Product Finalists. The nominations are in many different categories such as Body Treatment, Scented Bath and Body, Acne Treatment, Anti-Aging, Cleanser and Scrub, Eye Treatment, Moisturizer, Hair Care and Coloring Product, Eye Product, Sun Product and Women’s Scent.

AVON Uplifting Mascara, CoverGirl LashBlast Mascara and MAC Cosmetics MAC Paint Pots are all nominated under Eye Product - Mass and Eye Product - Prestige nominations.

The Makeup Girl reports that the finalists of the contest have been selected by CEW members, industry insiders and experts in the field of beauty.

The winners are selected by a special Voting Committee comprised from the CEW Board. Once the ballots have been cast, companies gear up for the culmination of this program, Beauty Awards Luncheon in New York City.

According to Amolife, the CEW Beauty Awards nominates the most innovative beauty products for awards every year.

Based in New York City, with affiliations in France & the UK, the organization helps to develop the career contacts, knowledge, and skills of its members so that they may advance on both professional and personal levels.

The whole list of nominees can be viewed in the CEW Beauty Awards Viewbook.

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The Zirh cosmetic company is launching a new skincare range for men called Zirh Platinum. The new range reportedly includes specialized moisturizers and anti-aging treatments.

According to WWD.com, Zirh is readying to launch eight lines at once on April 15.

Zirh, which was purchased from Shiseido Co. in August by a group of investors led by the brand’s former owner, Brian Robinson, is readying eight products to be launched exclusively with Barneys on April 15. Plans call for the line to remain exclusive for at least a year.

Brian Robinson, the president of Zirh Holdings LLC, is quoted commenting on the company’s plans to launch the new line at Barneys, New York City.

“It’s the first step in reestablishing Zirh as an innovative and forward-thinking brand.”

The blogger behind Andre’s Lounge likes every product in the Zirh line.

I like this skincare line especially made for men. As of now, I’m using 4 products…the shaving gel, correct serum, protect moisturizer and clean face wash. Your money is worth it! Everybody needs to take care of their skin and most esp. our FACE!

Andre’s Lounge also embeds a video of him using Zirh products. Follow him and discover more about Zirh new products.

A post on Thingamababy made me remember my childhood today, and especially all the fond memories I had as a toddler. From applying greasy makeup on a friend one day, to wearing the same makeup my mom was on another, those were lovely days. And so too is the Thingamababy blog, which is refreshing and relaxing, especially in this post which details three encounters between the blogger and his 3.5 year old daughter.

The blogger shares his thoughts and experience of how he is now starting to see difference in what people wear, how they have their hair cut, and also with regards to makeup. Basically, his daughter is starting to develop her own individual concept of beauty.

So, I guess my point is, my daughter’s concept of beauty is influenced by mom and dad, but at her young age she’s still able to form independent opinions. Nail polish good. Piercings weird. Blue hair bad. Mom beautiful.

The example of nail polishing is an example of “emulating others.”

“Ohhh, why did you draw on your fingernails?
“I wanted my nails to be pretty.”
“Do you know anyone who paints their nails?”
“Yes.”
“Who?”
“The beautiful ladies at Costco.”

The second story also represents the same with his daughter wearing makeup; “eye shadow, blush, lipstick, fake eyelashes, and, of course, a new hairdo.”

Concluding that even at this early stage of child development, little girls (toddlers) begin noticing differences between people, the blogger says that he understands that they are also developing individual opinions and conceptual notions such as “What beauty is” and “What makes people look beautiful.”

Lancome has named French actress Juliette Binoche as its newest brand ambassador. Binoche particularly promote Lancôme’s Rénérgie skincare line.

The Glam Guide quotes Odile Roujol, Lancôme International President, on their decision to choose Binoche.

“It is an immense pleasure for us to welcome Juliette Binoche back to Lancôme. Her career choices, her natural and moving beauty, her independent spirit and generosity epitomize the values essential to our brand.”

Lancome’s decision seems to have many supporters; the blogger from The Beauty Counter states that Lancome has a “good taste.”

Lancome never fails to select the most gorgeous and accomplished international stars to serve as its brand ambassadors, a list which includes American Anne Hathaway and Brits Kate Winslet and Clive Owen. And their latest choice of French actress Juliette Binoche is no exception.

Glam Guide also shares her opinion: “Brilliant move on the part of Lancôme, if you ask me. Any product that makes me think I’ll wake up looking like Juliette Binoche is sure to be on my shopping list!”

According to eye4style, Binoche will appear in a 2008 Rénérgie advertising campaign which will address the problem of aging.

Photo: © Howie Berlin

Elizabeth Arden has developed the nonprescription Prevage Anti Aging Night Cream. Prevage is a prescription anti-aging treatment developed by Allergan, the company that makes Botox.

According to Bellasugar, Prevage contains idebenone, a topical antioxidant that’s much smaller and therefore better at penetrating the skin.

It also contains Mega Complex-A, a blend of antioxidants such as vitamins A and E.

Dr Skinn Shope reports that Prevage, the multi-perfection nourishing cream, infuses skin throughout the night to boost its anti-aging abilities and help enhance the natural repair process.

BeyondBlushing…Tales of a Beauty Blogger seems to like especially Prevage’s ardor.

The products smells so good, it’s a fantastic night time cream without feeling real heavy, and simply tried and true—the product delivers what it promises: to repair, refresh and recover.

Go to any Elizabeth Arden counter to check out Prevage Anti Aging Night Cream. It might seem a little expensive at $125, but perhaps not if you’re happy with the results.

Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie, who has also topped a Reuters AlertNet poll of the best celebrity humanitarians of 2007, uses £200-a-time treatment extracted from the eggs of Baerii sturgeon.

The caviar-based cream, which is produced by extracting vitelline - or yolk sac - from the sturgeon eggs, reportedly contains phospholipids and is key to hydrating and softening. According to azcentral.com, Baerii sturgeon is reared on farms in the South of France to produce the culinary delicacy of fish eggs.

The Daily Mail reports that Jolie has become a fan of Sturgeon, after being seen with bulging veins on her arms, hands and forehead.

The British daily quotes Jenny Harding, a skincare specialist from the London-based Dynasty clinic, as saying,

“It is true there are omega 3 fatty acids in caviar, but you might as well put cod liver oil on your face.”

Let’s keep our fingers crossed that nothing is as serious as it first sounds, and that Angelina Jolie will be able to combat her bulged veins.

Photo: © BullsEyes